New Douglas Park gaffer wants to push ahead after victory over Falkirk

Hamilton boss Alex Neil spoke of his delight after a “comfortable” 3-1 win on Saturday moved his side five points clear of promotion rivals Falkirk.

The New Douglas Park gaffer admitted Saturday’s tussle against the Bairns was one Accies couldn’t afford to lose as they attempt to maintain pressure on leaders Dundee, and was pleased with his players’ response in a game of that magnitude.

Neil said: “With Dundee winning, we had to win the match to stay in contact with them, because if we had lost, it would have been really difficult for us to make those points up with the limited number of games we have left.

“We knew how important it was and that Falkirk were missing a few as well, which gave us a slight advantage, and we were at home.

“We’ve been on good form and we have a good record against Falkirk this season (three wins and a draw). The most important thing was that we won the match, put another three points on the board, and more pressure on Dundee.”

Alex is taking nothing for granted, and wants his side to maintain their form.

He said: “We’ve got Morton away on Saturday and Raith Rovers on the Tuesday, so the games will come thick and fast, but we’re ready. We’ve been doing well and we’ve got to make sure we keep that up.”

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